Recall 96V-070
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1996 Ford Aerostar and 6 other models: Latches/locks/linkages (doors, latch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-070
- Reported
- April 22, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 73,500 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
When in the secondary latched position, the driver door latches may open when subjected to transverse loads less than that specified in fmvss no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."
The risk
The driver's door, when closed only to the secondary latched position, may not sustain a 1,000 pound transverse load.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver door latch.
Notes from the manufacturer
Vehicle description: passenger, multi-purpose vehicles and mini-vans.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact ford at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Ford Aerostar 1996
- Ford Crown Victoria 1996
- Ford Explorer 1996
- Ford Thunderbird 1996
- Lincoln Town Car 1996
- Mercury Cougar 1996
- Mercury Grand Marquis 1996